1998 Honda Life vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (54 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Life | 204 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |