1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Chrysler Imperial 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 203 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |
