2006 Honda S2000 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda S2000 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S2000 | 203 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |