1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 62 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (163 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2613 mm |
