2007 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1975 Peugeot 504 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 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
