1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 203 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
