1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 1969 Daihatsu Consorte 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 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, 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 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Consorte | 205 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
