1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 206 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
