1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1953 Peugeot 203 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1953 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Peugeot 203 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Peugeot | Rover |
Model | 203 | P4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |