1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 49 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Indigo (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo.
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, 2005 Tata Indigo, 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, 2005 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 203 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
