1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
