1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zodiac | 206 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
