1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1999 Proton Persona
To start off, 1999 Proton Persona is newer by 41 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Proton Persona.
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, 1999 Proton Persona, 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, 1999 Proton Persona (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 203 | 1999 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Proton |
| Model | 203 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
