1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1955 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 1955 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charade | 203 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |