1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charmant | 203 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
