1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
