1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 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 1999 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 204, 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-150 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2610 mm |
