2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Peugeot 404 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 404 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
