2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
