1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 107 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (107 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Cortina (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 107 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
