1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Fiesta | 206 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |