1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (241 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 404 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |