1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 28 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1542 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 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 204 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3070 mm |
