1955 Lincoln Premiere vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, both 1955 Lincoln Premiere and 1955 Peugeot 203 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Lincoln Premiere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lincoln Premiere (282 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lincoln Premiere should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lincoln Premiere weights approximately 918 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lincoln Premiere | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Premiere | 203 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
