1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 13 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Consorte | 203 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
