1975 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 204 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |