1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
