1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 444 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, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 204 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
