2001 Kia Retona vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 750 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 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Retona | 203 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
