1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsair | 206 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
