1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7.
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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Peugeot 203 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
Model | 203 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |