1974 Honda Z vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Honda Z. 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 305 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
