2005 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
