1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 54 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Because 1956 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 1956 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
