1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1959 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Peugeot 203 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |