1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Quintet | iOn |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
