2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | YRV | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
