1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 798 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 204 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
