2002 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 505 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
