1971 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 41 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 408 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
