1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 51 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 203 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
