2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 44 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2009 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2300 | 204 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
