1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 710 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 204 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
