2005 Ford Puma vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma.
Because 1973 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 1973 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1330 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 |
