1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 39 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 694 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 406 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2230 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
