1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 ZX | 204 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
