1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 428 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 1007, 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, 2011 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2011 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
