1966 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,181 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Consul (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Consul weights approximately 38 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Consul 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 1966 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1966 Ford Consul (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 205 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
