2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Bantam | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2662 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
