1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1500 is newer by 14 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 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 158 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 1979 Zastava 1500 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 1979 Zastava 1500. 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, 1979 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Zastava |
| Model | 204 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
