1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 404 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 404 (73 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 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, 1965 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Peugeot 203 | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 203 | 404 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |