1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 45 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), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 396 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 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Peugeot 203 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 203 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
