1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1950 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 203 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
