1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 56 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP) has 581 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari A10 weights approximately 356 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Peugeot 203 | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Peugeot | Ascari |
Model | 203 | A10 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 625 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2636 mm |