2002 Honda City vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 37 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | City | 204 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
