1971 Peugeot 204 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 204 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
