1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 56 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1762 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.
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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203. 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Peugeot | Lincoln |
| Model | 203 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 127 L |
