1949 Peugeot 203 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 56 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 421 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 1949 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 1949 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo, 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Peugeot 203 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 203 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
