1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zephyr | 206 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
