1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 265 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 404 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |