1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
