1990 Ford Orion vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion.
Because 1967 Peugeot 404 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 1967 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, 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, 1967 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Orion | 404 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |