1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 54 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 940 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 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Peugeot 203 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Peugeot | Tata |
Model | 203 | Safari |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |