1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Aygo 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Toyota Aygo.
Because 1954 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Peugeot 203 | 2010 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
