1959 Holden FE vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Holden FE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Holden FE.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | FE | 203 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |