2005 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 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 1975 Peugeot 604. 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 604 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
