2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1976 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 12 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1976 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 404 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |