1974 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 407 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
