1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Corsair | 807 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |