2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 40 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 907 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Colorado | 204 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
