1978 Holden GTS vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 244 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Holden GTS 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 1978 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 207, 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | GTS | 207 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
