1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 43 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1999 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
