2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 304 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
