1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1982 Peugeot 505

To start off, 1982 Peugeot 505 is newer by 25 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 375 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, 1982 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Peugeot 203 1982 Peugeot 505
Make Peugeot Peugeot
Model 203 505
Year Released 1957 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1971 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 88 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
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2910 mm


 

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