2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Neos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 578 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 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Neos | 404 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
