1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 51 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), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 405 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 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 203 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
