1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 1,678 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1956 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 203 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
