1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 204 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Bristol 405 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 1957 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1957 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 405 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
