1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1950 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 1950 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1950 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1950 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 203 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
