1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 752 kg more than 2001 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
