1970 Opel Record vs. 2009 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 207 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2009 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Record | 207 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
