1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1966 Triumph GT6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (95 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
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, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Peugeot 203 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 203 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
