1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1959 Steyr 500 is newer by 9 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. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. 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, 1950 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Peugeot 203 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Peugeot | Steyr |
Model | 203 | 500 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 16 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1850 mm |