1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1966 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 203 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 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 | 790 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
