1978 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1978 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 252 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda Cosmo 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 1978 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Cosmo | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Cosmo | 204 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
