1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 58 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 759 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Peugeot 203 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |