1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 47 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 529 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, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 203 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |