1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 47 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 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 2001 Toyota Tundra 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. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Peugeot 203 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3270 mm |
