1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 61 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 36 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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 203 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
