1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 1000 | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | Boxer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
