1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1265 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2895 mm |
