2002 Honda Insight vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight.
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 Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Insight | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 304 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
