2007 Kia K2700 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1954 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, 2007 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia K2700 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | K2700 | 203 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |