1973 Peugeot 204 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 588 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 204. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 204 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 204 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
