1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Gran Torino | 404 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
