1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 4007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Because 2011 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 4007 will offer significantly more control. 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 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 2011 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 4007 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
