1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 504 is newer by 19 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 504 (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 40 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, 1976 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
