2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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, 1969 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Laputa | 204 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
