1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Familia weights approximately 24 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1123 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
