1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 30 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 203 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
