1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1952 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1952 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1952 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | 62 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
