1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 19 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 205 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
