1949 Peugeot 203 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 930 kg more than 1949 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Peugeot 203 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 203 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
