1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 41 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 220 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, 1996 Toyota Venture, 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, 1996 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
