1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 28 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1981 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203. 1981 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1953 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1953 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chrysler |
| Model | 203 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
