1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 46 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 826 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Peugeot 203 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |