1967 MG MGB vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1967 MG MGB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1967 MG MGB.
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 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG MGB | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | MG | Peugeot |
Model | MGB | 203 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 882 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |