1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 24 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (53 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 1957 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 203 | Santana |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |