1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 1007 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |
