1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 32 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
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, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 203 | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
