1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 44 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 482 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 2001 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Peugeot | Holden |
| Model | 203 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
