1972 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 505 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |