2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1956 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 1956 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Move (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Move | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
