1988 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1960 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 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 203 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |