1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 204 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Because 1968 Mazda R-100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda R-100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | R-100 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
