2005 Ford Ikon vs. 1973 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 304.
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, 2005 Ford Ikon (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 1973 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ikon | 304 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
