2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |