1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 59 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 630 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Peugeot 203 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 203 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
