1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 404 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |