1960 Peugeot 203 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 40 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 203 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 203 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
