1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1970 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 304. 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 1970 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Concerto | 304 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
