1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 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 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (54 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 73 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204.
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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Peugeot 204 | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 204 | Polo |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |