1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 9 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 448 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 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 504. 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 504 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
