1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 116 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 203 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |