1970 Honda N III vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda N III | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | N III | 407 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |