1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 306 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1761 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
