2002 MG ZT-T vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2002 MG ZT-T is newer by 37 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG ZT-T weights approximately 735 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, 2002 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG ZT-T | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | ZT-T | 204 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
