1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 16 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 204 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
