1960 Peugeot 203 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 203 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 203 | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
