1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 675 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 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 204 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 177 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
