1962 Lotus Elite vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1962 Lotus Elite is newer by 5 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elite (83 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite.
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, 1962 Lotus Elite (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elite | 203 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
