1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 1979 Renault 14
To start off, 1979 Renault 14 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204.
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, 1979 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 204 | 1979 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 204 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |
