2007 Acura TSX vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 48 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1959 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1959 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | TSX | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
