2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 47 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
