1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 55 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 85 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 2009 Suzuki Equator 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. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Peugeot 203 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 203 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
