1987 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 22 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 385 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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 204 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
