2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 456 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
