1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 53 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
