2007 Honda NSX vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 605 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda NSX 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 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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 NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 204 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 64 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
