1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1995 Ford Aspire is newer by 30 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aspire weights approximately 40 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, 1995 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 204 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
