1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 41 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, 1991 Skoda L (57 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1991 Skoda L.
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, 1991 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 203 | L |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
