1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 19 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Peugeot 203 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
Model | 203 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |