1978 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2006 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
