2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 611 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 1974 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 206 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
