2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S-MX | 203 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
