1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 712 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1956 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1956 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 203 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 209 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
