2006 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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, 2006 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 25 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 404 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
