1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 52 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 177 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, 2005 Seat Leon, 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, 2005 Seat Leon (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 203 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
