1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 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 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Peugeot 204 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 204 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |