1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 42 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 926 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 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 203 | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 203 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
