1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 38 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 204 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 204 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |