2005 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 505.
Because 1980 Peugeot 505 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 1980 Peugeot 505. 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 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 505 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |