1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 517 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1956 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1956 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 203 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
