2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 46 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
Model | Lanos | 203 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |