1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Peugeot 203 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |