2005 Opel Agila vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 49 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila.
Because 1956 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 1956 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila, 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 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Agila | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
