1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 45 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 605 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Brilliance |
| Model | 204 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
