1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 307 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
