1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 371 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.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
