1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 415 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 (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
