1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 12 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Peugeot 205 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1580 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
