1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 616 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 616 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
