2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 505 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |