1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 1007. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 1007, 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, 1969 Ford Capri (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 1007. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
