1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 203 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2790 mm |
