2008 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Peugeot 404 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 404 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
