1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 106 is newer by 32 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 106.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 106, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Peugeot 106 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2000 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 106 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
