2003 Honda Life vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (50 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 205 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
