2001 Honda Insight vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 46 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight.
Because 1955 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 1955 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight, 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 Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Insight | 203 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |