1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 616 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
