1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Familia | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Familia | 406 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |