1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider is newer by 40 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Spider weights approximately 10 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, 1998 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Peugeot 203 | 1998 Renault Spider | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 203 | Spider |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |