1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1966 Ford Corsair is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 1961 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsair | 404 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
