1972 Chrysler Sedan 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 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 620 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 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Sedan | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
