1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 33 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1952 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, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Peugeot 203 | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 203 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
