2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1958 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 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Cuore | 203 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |