1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1960 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 493 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar XK | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | XK | 203 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |