1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 473 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. 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 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Valiant | 206 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
