1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 34 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 307 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1193 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
