1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1762 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2830 mm |
