1973 Honda 145 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145.
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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
