1984 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 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 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Honda Civic (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 203 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |