1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 31 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 203 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
