2000 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 204 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
