1970 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 153 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 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 206 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
