1963 Peugeot 404 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Peugeot 404 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 404 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 136 L |
