2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
