1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
