1976 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. 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 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 107 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
