1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106.
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, 1995 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1292 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
