1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 15 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sprite | 203 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 714 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
