1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 36 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 600 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Peugeot 203 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
