2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 39 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 605 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Zafira | 204 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
