1990 Lada Samara vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 25 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 38 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, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 204 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
