1975 Honda 145 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1975 Honda 145 is newer by 18 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 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Honda 145.
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, 1975 Honda 145, 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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
