1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 43 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2000 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
