1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 14 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 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Because 1985 Caterham 1700 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 1985 Caterham 1700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | 1700 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
