1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 568 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 204 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
