1951 Peugeot 203 vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1967 TVR Vixen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Vixen (87 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen.
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, 1967 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1967 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Peugeot 203 | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 203 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
