1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 38 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 204 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 204 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
