1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 325 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 404 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |