1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Simca Aronde is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. Both 1950 Peugeot 203 and 1958 Simca Aronde are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (70 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 26 kg more than 1950 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, 1958 Simca Aronde (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 203 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
