1972 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 205 is newer by 24 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 112 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, 1996 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 205 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |