1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 60 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Peugeot 203 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
