1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1951 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 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 203 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2590 mm |
