1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 472 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 206 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |