1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1992 Rover 220
To start off, 1992 Rover 220 is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 220 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 220 weights approximately 313 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, 1992 Rover 220 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1992 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 204 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
