1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 837 kg more than 1960 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Monaco | 203 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |