2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 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 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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 S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 104 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
