1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 206 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
