1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris is newer by 49 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Yaris 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 2002 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2002 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
