1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 55 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 458 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 203 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
