2000 Honda City vs. 1974 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,616 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
Because 1974 Peugeot 404 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda City | 1974 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | City | 404 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
