1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 203 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
