1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 24 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 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
