2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 37 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Lotus Exige 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Exige | 204 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |