1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 53 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 925 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 203 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
