1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1994 Hyundai Pony (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Pony | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Pony | 203 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |