1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | iOn |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
