1998 Peugeot 206 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 206 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 206 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 206 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
