2004 Honda Life vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Life | 505 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |