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 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP). 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 60 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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 | 1392 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
