1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1962 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett.
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, 1955 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 203 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2790 mm |
