1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 204 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
