1960 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 203 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
