1996 Kia Avella vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Because 1953 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 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Avella | 203 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
