1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1958 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 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 203 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
