1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 709 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 204 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
