1975 Honda Z vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 306 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
