2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Terios | 203 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
