1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 39 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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
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, 1996 Peugeot 106, 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 (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
