2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,944 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 504 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |