1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 Steyr 650T is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. 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 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Peugeot 203 | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Peugeot | Steyr |
Model | 203 | 650T |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |