1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 412 kg more than 1956 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Nova | 203 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |