1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1953 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 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 220 | 203 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |