2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 233 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 404 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |