1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1978 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, 1987 Peugeot 205 (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1905 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 875 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 |
