1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1979 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 24 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1955 Peugeot 203 (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 203 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
