1993 Mazda 121 vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1993 Mazda 121 is newer by 25 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121.
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, 1993 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 121 | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 121 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
