2004 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 204 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
