1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 107 is newer by 37 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 107 (81 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Cortina (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 107 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
