1967 Mini MK II vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 204 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK II would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mini MK II (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK II should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II.
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, 1968 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini MK II | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | MK II | 204 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
