1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 16 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100.
Because 1956 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Simca 1100 (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 203 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
