1959 Berkeley B vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | B | 203 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
