1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 33 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
