1970 Ford 17 vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Because 1970 Ford 17 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 1970 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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, 1970 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | 17 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
