1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 Holden FB Special is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Holden FB Special (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special.
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 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | FB Special | 203 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |