1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 655 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 204 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
