1975 Honda Z vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 206 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
