1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Peugeot 203 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 1950 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 203 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
