1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 22 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 66 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Volvo 66.
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. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 203 | 66 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |