1973 Honda Life vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (136 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 407 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
