1971 Honda Z vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, both 1971 Honda Z and 1971 Peugeot 304 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Z | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Z | 304 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |