1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 115 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Honda Prelude, 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 203 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
