1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 204 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
