1970 Honda N III vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 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), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1019 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | N III | 407 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 66 L |
