1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 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 62 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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 (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 307 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
