1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ5 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2580 mm |
