1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2002 Peugeot Partner is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (88 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot Partner, 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 Cortina (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot Partner. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2002 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | Partner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
