2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Sirion | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
