1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 46 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 690 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1954 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1954 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Peugeot 203 | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |