1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 806 is newer by 44 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 325 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.
Because 1954 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Peugeot 203 | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
