1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor.
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, 1982 Ford Meteor (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Meteor | 206 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
