1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 206 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
