1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1970 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Skoda Octavia (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1970 Skoda Octavia (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 203 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
