1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 49 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 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 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 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1952 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1952 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Peugeot 203 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |