1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 6 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 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 204 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2610 mm |
