1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1775 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
