1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1984 Toyota Soarer is newer by 28 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 255 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
