1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 43 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
