2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 40 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 593 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B3000 | 204 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
