1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 53 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 481 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 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
