1957 Opel Record vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Because 1957 Opel Record 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 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Record | 204 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
