1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mexico is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 530 kg more than 1951 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 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mexico | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Mexico | 203 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
