1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 193 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.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Peugeot 204 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 204 | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |