2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404.
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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 404 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
