1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1987 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1966 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Falcon 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 1987 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 204 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
