1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1976 Volvo 240 is newer by 26 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 240 (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 416 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, 1976 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 203 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
