1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Camaro | 207 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
