1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 37 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 203 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
