1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Porsche 356 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 356 (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
