2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 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, 1968 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 404 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 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 | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |