1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 600 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | MK II | 203 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 334 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |