1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 25 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 618 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 203 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
