1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Dino | 404 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
