1960 Peugeot 203 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 41 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 448 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 203 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 203 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
