1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 49 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2004 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 203 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
