2000 Ford Puma vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 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 1975 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 604 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
