2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1955 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 1955 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Materia | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |