1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 324 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 205 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
