1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 43 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), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 203 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
