2003 Honda Fit vs. 1980 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 304. 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, 2003 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1980 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Fit | 304 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
