1971 Honda Life vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 203 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
