1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 504 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zephyr | 504 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
