1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 32 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 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Renault Express.
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, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1991 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Peugeot 203 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 203 | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
