1972 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 20 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 414 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.
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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 405 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
