2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1978 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 1978 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Bantam | 504 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |