1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404.
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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 404 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
