1986 Ford Orion vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 21 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 78 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.
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, 1986 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 204 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 50 L |
