1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1964 Volvo 220 is newer by 14 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 91 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 203 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
