1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1968 Triumph Herald is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. 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, 1968 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 203 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
