2009 Honda Element vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 46 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 336 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, 2009 Honda Element, 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 404 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
