1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 505 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2489 mm |
