1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000.
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, 1950 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
