1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
