1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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 406 (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 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 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1905 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
