1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 34 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 885 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
