1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Because 1955 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 1955 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
