1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 31 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (72 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 165 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, 2007 Peugeot 1007, 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, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
