2003 Noble M14 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 is newer by 41 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Noble M14 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Noble M14 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Noble | Peugeot |
| Model | M14 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
