2006 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
