1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Corsair 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 Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Corsair | 807 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |