1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 304 is newer by 6 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 304.
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, 1971 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 204 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
