1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 23 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 1500 (63 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 11 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, 1973 Triumph 1500 (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 203 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
