1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 204 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 517 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204, 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Daimler | Peugeot |
| Model | Conquest | 204 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
