1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1967 Porsche 912 is newer by 17 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 912 (89 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 912 weights approximately 48 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, 1967 Porsche 912 (133 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1967 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
