1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 27 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 203 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 203 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
