2001 Honda Fit vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Fit | 203 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |