1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 41 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 182 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 204 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 204 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
