1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Step Wagon | 203 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |