2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1970 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Carol | 204 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
