1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 3 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 1,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Renault 8.
Because 1968 Renault 8 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 1968 Renault 8. 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, 1968 Renault 8 (77 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm). This means 1968 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 204 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
