2008 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
