2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204.
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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | 204 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
