2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 367 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fusion | 104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2240 mm |
