1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum is newer by 16 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum weights approximately 73 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, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1973 Vauxhall Magnum | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 203 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
