1971 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 304 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Capri weights approximately 147 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Capri 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 1971 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 304, 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1972 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 304 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
