1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2009 Peugeot Partner is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot Partner. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 113 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
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, 2009 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2009 Peugeot Partner | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Cortina | Partner |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |