1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zodiac | 406 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
