2007 Ford Ka vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 44 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, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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, 2007 Ford Ka, 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 404 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
