2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 570 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 204 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
