2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1975 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 304. 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1975 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Transit Connect | 304 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
