2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | Beaulieu | 404 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
