2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 17 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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, 1974 Renault 17 (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
