2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 558 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 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Primera | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
