1973 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 407 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 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 | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |