2006 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 41 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 421 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
