1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charmant | 203 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |