1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 33 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 616 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
