1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1987 Toyota Model F is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 320 kg more than 1954 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, 1987 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Peugeot 203 | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Model F |
Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |