2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 505 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |