1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 32 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 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.
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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Peugeot 203 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Celica |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |