1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 208 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
