1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 27 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 504 (72 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 336 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, 1977 Peugeot 504 (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
