2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 47 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
