1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord.
Because 1962 Peugeot 404 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 404 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
