1996 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 190 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, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 203 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |