1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Peugeot | Ford |
Model | 504 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2489 mm |