2006 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot Peugette has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot Peugette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | Peugette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
