1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 513 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Peugeot 203 | 2010 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Peugeot | Daewoo |
| Model | 203 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
