1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 35 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Peugeot 203 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Carina |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |