2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2006 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 3 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
