1974 Honda Life vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2005 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 607 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
