2001 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 36 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 74 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, 2001 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Lanos | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Lanos | 204 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
