1972 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 408 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
