1981 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic.
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, 1981 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 204 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
