1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 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 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 1968 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 204 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
