1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 771 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.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 203 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
