1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1972 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 15 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 203 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
