1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204, 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 204 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
