1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Peugeot 408

To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina.

Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408, 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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 2011 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Cortina 2011 Peugeot 408
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Cortina 408
Year Released 1972 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 147 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1815 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1525 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2710 mm


 

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