1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1962 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Peugeot 203 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
Model | 203 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |