1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 27 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 660 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 204 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
