1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 504 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
