1974 Honda 145 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
