1991 Ford Corsair vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Corsair weights approximately 386 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsair | 104 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
