1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 34 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 420 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 204 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
