1971 Peugeot 204 vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 204 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1965 Triumph Spitfire 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 1965 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 204 | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 204 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
