1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1957 Peugeot 203 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. 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, both vehicles can yield 74 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 203 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
