1970 Honda Z vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 779 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 605 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
