1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 17 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 280 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 306 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
