1970 Opel Ascona vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1970 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Ascona 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 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1970 Opel Ascona (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Ascona | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 204 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
