1995 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 138 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 203 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |