1973 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 204 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
