1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 35 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Peugeot 203 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 203 | 306 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 21.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |