1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1967 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 234 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, 1967 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 204 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
