1964 AC Cobra vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1964 AC Cobra is newer by 11 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 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 85 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.
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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Cobra | 203 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |