1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Because 1964 Peugeot 404 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 404 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |