1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1972 Peugeot 504 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 1972 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 504 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2489 mm |
