1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 205 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
