1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Dart | 404 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |