1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
