1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1956 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 1 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 255 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.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ5 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2580 mm |
