2003 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 504 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |