1979 Peugeot 304 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 304 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 304 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
