1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 285 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.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 203 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 203 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
