1960 Peugeot 203 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (293 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 203 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 203 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
