1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1970 Toyota Century is newer by 13 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 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, 1970 Toyota Century (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Century |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
