1991 Mazda 121 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 121 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 121 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
