1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 329 kg more than 1963 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 404 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |