1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 510 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 204 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
