1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 406 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
