1998 Honda NSX vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 406 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | NSX | 203 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |