1951 Peugeot 203 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 46 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1951 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Peugeot 203 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
