2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Because 1964 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 1964 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1964 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Bantam | 404 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
