2006 Mini One vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 295 kg more than 1966 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 One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | One | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
