1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (57 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina.
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 Toyota Carina (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Carina |
Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |