1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1970 Saab 99 is newer by 5 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 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Saab 99 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 204 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
