1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 205 (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
