1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1969 Porsche 914 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 204 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
