1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 790 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Peugeot | Infiniti |
| Model | 203 | EX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
