1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | 206 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
