1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 380 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 203 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
