1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 121 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
