1978 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1978 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Civic, 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, 1978 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 203 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |