1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 60 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 890 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Peugeot | Jaguar |
| Model | 203 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3157 mm |
