1979 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Civic (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic.
Because 1953 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 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Civic (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 203 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
