1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 29 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 498 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.
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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Magna | 204 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
