1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 44 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 203 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
