1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 53 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade, 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 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Peugeot | Daihatsu |
| Model | 203 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
