1970 Peugeot 204 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 204 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 204 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
