1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1959 Tatra T603 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Tatra T603 (94 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 546 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, 1959 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Peugeot 203 | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Peugeot | Tatra |
Model | 203 | T603 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |