1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Festiva | 206 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |
