2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 516 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | C-MAX | 104 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
