1992 Honda NSX vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda NSX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda NSX | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | NSX | 203 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |