1973 Honda Life vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 34 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 571 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Life | 206 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |