1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 206 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 206 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 222 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Because 1959 Ford Zephyr 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 1959 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206, 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Zephyr | 206 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |