1958 Morris Oxford vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Morris Oxford is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Oxford (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 162 kg more than 1950 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 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Oxford | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Oxford | 203 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
