1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 55 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Peugeot 203 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
Model | 203 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 Length | 4360 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |