1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 43 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 720 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, 2006 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 206 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
