1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 52 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1286 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 203 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
