1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 26 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 622 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 406 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2230 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
