1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 410 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |