1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 34 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (54 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 1984 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1984 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1950 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
