2004 Honda Z vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 51 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Honda Z.
Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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, 1953 Peugeot 203 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
