1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Because 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | W 110 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
