1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1973 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 204 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 204, 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 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1973 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dart | 204 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
