1966 Peugeot 204 vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205.
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, 1997 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Peugeot 204 | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 204 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
