2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 511 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1959 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1959 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Borrego | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |