1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 44 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1999 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 203 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
