2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 56 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 191 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 1953 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 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
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2009 Hyundai i30 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | i30 | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |