1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 28 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Because 1963 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Festiva | 404 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |