1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 290 kg more than 1953 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | SC | 203 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |