1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 56 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 943 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Peugeot 203 | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 203 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
