1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 616 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
