1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Peugeot 203 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 203 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |