1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Ipsum 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 814 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.
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 Toyota Ipsum, 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 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
