1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Partner is newer by 20 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot Partner (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 56 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1996 Peugeot Partner (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | Partner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
