1983 Ford Capri vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
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, 1961 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm). This means 1961 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 404 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
