1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 2000 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 203 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
