2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 54 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 712 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.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CR-V | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
