1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 546 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 203 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
