1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 496 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 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 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 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 505 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1971 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |
