1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 355 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |