1998 Honda CRX vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 256 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 1998 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CRX | 104 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
