1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI is newer by 38 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Peugeot | Westfield |
| Model | 203 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
