2000 Peugeot Kart Up vs. 1977 Ford Cortina

To start off, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 1977 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot Kart Up has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Peugeot Kart Up 1977 Ford Cortina
Make Peugeot Ford
Model Kart Up Cortina
Year Released 2000 1977
Engine Size 2945 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3290 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1340 mm


 

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