1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 10 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 203 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
