1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 1000 | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | 1000 | 504 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 986 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |