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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 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 262 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 (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
