1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 42 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 100 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.
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, 1995 Saturn SC, 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, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saturn |
| Model | 203 | SC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
