1971 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Cortina weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106, 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 106 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
