2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 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), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 264 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 204 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
