1965 DKW F 102 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 DKW F 102 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 DKW F 102 (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 DKW F 102 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 DKW F 102.
Because 1959 Peugeot 203 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 DKW F 102, 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, 1965 DKW F 102 (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 DKW F 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 DKW F 102 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 102 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
