1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1957 GAZ M-20 is newer by 1 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 480 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, 1957 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 GAZ M-20 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | GAZ | Peugeot |
| Model | M-20 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
