1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 506 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 1967 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 1967 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1967 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Zephyr | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zephyr | 205 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |
