1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
