1972 Mazda 110 S vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 110 S | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 110 S | 406 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
