2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
