2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 206 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
