1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1963 Jaguar MK II is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 530 kg more than 1952 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, 1963 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK II | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK II | 203 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
