2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 45 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Sirion | 203 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1289 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 | 88 Nm | 80 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 | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
