2002 Honda Acty vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1960 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 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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 Acty (139 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Acty | 203 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
