1968 Peugeot 404 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 379 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 404 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 404 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
