1997 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107. 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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 107 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
