1999 Mazda 121 vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 121 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
