2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
