1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1958 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 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent, 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 Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203. 2012 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1958 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1958 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
Model | 203 | Accent |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1600 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 |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |