1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 Bristol 406 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1954 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, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 406 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
