1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1973 Zastava 2101 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Zastava 2101 (62 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Zastava 2101.
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 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Zastava |
| Model | 203 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
