1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 1992 Renault Express is newer by 42 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, 1992 Renault Express (45 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1992 Renault Express.
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, 1992 Renault Express, 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, 1992 Renault Express (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 203 | Express |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
