1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1956 Peugeot 203 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK | 203 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
