2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | Peugette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2230 mm |
