2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 375 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
