1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
