1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 206 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 206 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206, 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, 1998 Peugeot 206 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Cortina | 206 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |