2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 43 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 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | YRV | 404 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
