1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 60 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1478 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Peugeot | GMC |
| Model | 203 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
