1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 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 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volkswagen 1302 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 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
