1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 54 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1456 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
