1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 955 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Peugeot | Jaguar |
| Model | 203 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2909 mm |
