2007 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | Peugette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
