2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1969 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1969 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 204 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
