1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1992 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 309 is newer by 34 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 309 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 309.
Because 1958 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Peugeot 309 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 203 | 1992 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
