1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1977 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 304 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1977 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 304 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
