2001 Mini One vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | One | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
