1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 115 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 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Peugeot 203 | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 203 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |