1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 47 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 230 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Peugeot 203 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Peugeot | Venturi |
Model | 203 | 400 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |