1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 25 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Peugeot 309 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 309 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2480 mm |
