1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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 Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 206 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
