1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 58 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1440 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, 2013 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Peugeot 203 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Peugeot | GMC |
Model | 203 | Savana |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |