1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1957 Peugeot 203 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower 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 7 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1953 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 203 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
