2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Terracan | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
