1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, both 1965 Ford Corsair and 1965 Peugeot 204 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 191 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Corsair | 204 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |