1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 35 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 206 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
