2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 197 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
