1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 204 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 900 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 |
