1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 204 is newer by 17 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Because 1953 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
