1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 59 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Peugeot | Lotus |
Model | 203 | Exige |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |