2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S-MX | 203 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
