1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 206 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2010 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 206 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
