1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1962 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Porsche 356 is newer by 5 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Porsche 356 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 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 122 kg more than 1962 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 | 1962 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
