1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Peugeot 203 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 431 kg more than 1959 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, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Alvis | Peugeot |
Model | TC 108 G | 203 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |