2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 505 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Premacy | 204 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
