2001 Ford Puma vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2001 Ford Puma.
Because 1975 Peugeot 504 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 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Puma (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Puma | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Puma | 504 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |