1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Familia | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Familia | 404 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |