1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 19 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charmant | 203 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |