1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S-MX | 504 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
