1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1953 Nissan Sports is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports | 203 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2590 mm |
