2002 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 45 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 203 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |