1971 Honda Life vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life 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 105 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 407 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
