2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1950 Peugeot 203

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (139 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 410 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1950 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 1950 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.

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2004 Hyundai Tiburon 1950 Peugeot 203
Make Hyundai Peugeot
Model Tiburon 203
Year Released 2004 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 44 HP
Torque 184 Nm 80 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 71 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1334 kg 924 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L